Recent content by FGCUIllini

Impressive, yes, but not nearly on the same level as what Wagler did as an 18-year-old true freshman, on the road vs Purdue, the #5 team.

Why not add the bleachers and have the DIA provide those seats for free to Non-profit/Charities, and Local/Regional Schools to use? At a minimum, those in the free seats could/may still purchase concessions. Furthermore, having SOMETHING there is better than nothing, and it would contribute to...

No, but our coaches are. I'll see myself out. The door is over to the left correct?

Just based on this article, circa 2014-2020 (minus the intro of throwbacks), are all just terrible, the worst, burn them all.

You win!

I feel like there is some janitor in some back room closet, watching the game, giggling because he has been tightening the rims each night, sheesh.

If this happens, I feel like this is a pre-season Top 5-10 Team, a favorite for the Big Ten, and another DEEP tourney run team.

Illini FF Gear engaged!

I understand your take/opinion. However, I feel like your take greatly underscores his individual success/growth/results, all things considered. Jersey Numbers hanging in the rafters = individuals and their results/awards/accolades. Team & Year hanging in the rafters = Team...

Great start for those who care about the regular season. At this stage in Brad's tenure at Illinois, I personally care more about the games in March.

I'll just leave this here….

Yes, but not unilaterally, and not because of on-field/on-court performance under current rules. The specifics depend on the contract and state rules.

I so hope I'm wrong, but as of today, I personally feel like next season win wise is.…..8 is the ceiling, 6 is the floor.

Soooo, what are the “insiders” hearing post-Bowl game about the 2026 Illini staff? Happy New Year, everyone.

I am guessing we end up somewhere between #21 and #24 in the final AP poll, possibly higher in the coaches' poll between #18 and #22.